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Dyersburg State presented with check for students

DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- One community college received a donation for its students. The Tennessee Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities made a visit to the Dyersburg State Community College's main campus to present a check for the Tennessee Believes Grant.…

Group works to break stigma around mental health

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Parks and Rec Department is breaking the stigma one group at a time. Members of the community gathered at Northside Lions Club for a conversation on breaking the stigma.…

Library to host free screening of Disney/Pixar's 'Soul' in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Residents are invited enjoy a free movie screening in Jackson later this month. In honor of Jazz Appreciation Month, the Jackson-Madison County Library will show Disney/Pixar's "Soul" on Friday, April 29. The screening will begin at 5:30…

Lion King Jr. comes to downtown Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- If you are looking for a warm, fuzzy and a little wild, The Ned is putting on the Lion King Jr. Performances will be this Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 7 p.m. in downtown Jackson. The…

Tennessee Earth Tour comes to Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Earth Tour made its way to the Hub City. The Citizens Climate Lobby kicked off their tour through Tennessee this week in honor of Earth Day. The non-profit talked about climate change solutions that…

Ceremony honors those doing good in the community

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Eleven ordinary people doing extraordinary things in their community were recognized in an awards ceremony sponsored by Leaders Credit Union and WBBJ-TV. "The Jefferson Awards is an opportunity for…

Old Country Store to host Casey Jones Village Festival

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Old Country Store is hosting the inaugural Casey Jones Village Festival! The festival is coming to the city on July 9, and will have food, music, activities, local artists, arts and more! Music includes faith-based artist…

17-year-old was killed in crash on April 10

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Authorities confirmed a wreck off of Exit 68 in Madison County left one person dead. Authorities say the wreck occurred Sunday, April 10 at 7:30 a.m., and there…

Jackson city officials talk capital needs, more

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson held their monthly Budget Committee meeting on Thursday at City Hall. Although there weren't many items on the list, there was much to discuss. "In the past…

Award-winning clydesdales to appear at West TN Strawberry Festival

HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- For the first time ever, the award-winning Express Employment Clydesdales will appear at the 2022 West Tennessee Strawberry Festival in Humboldt. Named World Champions at the 2015 World Clydesdale Competition, they have participated in numerous national events…

JMCSS releases calendar for '22-'23 school year

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System has released their board-approved calendar for 2022-2023. The schedule for the upcoming school year includes a couple changes from the traditional calendar. First, while students will report for the first day of…

Citizen survey to guide plans for Jackson's recycling program

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson is seeking public input on a community-focused recycling program. A survey is being conducted by the Health and Sanitation Department and is open to all residents living within city limits. Robin Chance, Recycling…

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